Sydni has been my best friend since the day I met her the summer of 2016. What started as two girls on a cheer squad has blossomed into my dearest friendship. I can thank her for countless things in my life, but the biggest thanks goes to her for introducing Jordan and I, we wouldn't be here without our matchmaker. So, a big thanks to Sydni for seeing me through my awkward years, winning state cheer with me, and introducing me to the love of my life, I would not be this happy if I didn't have you to share it with.

Max and I met through the Guard in 2019, through the years we’ve became a lot closer. In 2021 we got on orders together and essentially lived together for 6 months. We were also together during our deployment in 2023. We have a lot of memories together but I’ll save those for him to tell. He is one of the best guys in my friend group and I’m happy and lucky to have him by my side.

Let me tell you, I love my girl Drew. She is the life of every party. She makes you feel at home wherever you are. As someone that was super shy and intimidated by our big friend group, she took me under her wing and helped me open up. If it wasn't for her, I wouldn't have made such close friendships. She is one of my best friends in the world and one of the first girls I asked to be my bridesmaid because it wouldn't be my wedding without her beside me. I have been so lucky to see her transform from a girlfriend, to a fiance, to a wife and now a mother. I am so grateful to have a friendship as special as ours where we watch each other grow. Thank you so much drew for all of the laughs and support!

Jacen has been a best friend of mine for close to 10 years now. We’ve been through everything together, including his wedding (I was his best man). He is one of the first people I call when I need help and is always there when I need.

My baby Elle, where do I start. She is my one and only little sister and one of my biggest inspirations. Watching her grow has been such a joy in my life and I could not imagine my day without my mini me by my side. She is so caring, confident and funny! I have seen her transform from a tiny little newborn, to a funny, carefree toddler, to a sassy and self-assured young lady. I always say I want to be like her when I grow up haha. I'm so lucky to be her big sister, have her as my built in bestfriend for life, and to have her next to me on our special day.

Cj has been my longest friend here. We met when we were 7 years old and have been friends ever since. We’ve shared everything from laughs and good times to tears and injuries (he’s tried getting rid of me more than once); but all in all it wouldn’t be my wedding without him with me.

Kassidy Jensen is a best-friend I have been missing and searching for my whole life. She is fiercely loyal to the ones she loves and cares more than she will ever let you know. Being able to share the traumatic journey of the deployment with someone is something I needed more than anything and the bond we developed over those 10 months will last a lifetime. We went from mutual friends to calling each other at least 7 times a day in a short amount of time. She has taught me so much about happiness and self-love. Through her I have found my passion for gardening, crafting, and learning anything new she tells me to lol. She inspires me every day with her patience and kindness, and I genuinely hope I can be her when I grow up. She has welcomed me into her family with open arms and has given me the gift of being Luca's bestie, something I will never be able to repay her for. I can't believe I went 22 years without her, but lord knows she isn't getting rid of me now. I can't think of a more perfect person to help share our special day with. We love you Katt-a-day <3

Jake and I have been friends for almost 8 years now, and though we may not talk every day. When I call I know I’ll get an answer. What started off as a high school friendship has turned into us both joining the guard, going on our first deployment together and our bond becoming even stronger. I am forever grateful for the memories we have

Bailey... Bails... B Rigg..., my girl!! We met in the trenches aka working at Sun Tan City. She was the one that interviewed me and clearly she has good taste because she offered me the job the next day. She went from being my manager to my best friend in a 3 hour shift. Never have I ever met someone as funny as her. We can talk for hours about anything, she can make my laugh until I cry, she's just the best. She is such a light in my life even though she had the audacity to move to Arizona (still mad btw). We worked together the day that I met Jordan, she has seen every step of us from the start. I'm so lucky to have gained such an amazing best friend and luckier that she crossed 1,300 miles to stand by my side as she watches me marry the love of my life.

Chris is best described as the bigger brother that I didn’t ask for! We met in 2019 through the guard as well and got very close in ‘21. In that time he not only filled my life with laughter, stupid bets and jokes but he gave me some of the best advice I could’ve ever asked for (I usually didn’t ask). Later in ‘21 he got promoted in the guard and showed me what a great leader he is and became a great mentor to me.

Serina and I met through the groom and grew closer as the years past. After tons of bachelor watch parties and late nights talking, we have quickly developed into amazing best friends. She is always a voice of reason I can turn to (and we all know how much I need it haha) and she is the calm in the storm for both Jordan and I. Having Serina as one of my best friends is a such a gift I'm grateful for every day. I can't wait for football season and the years to come sipping wine and watching the bachelorette. Thank you so much for always being a loyal and dedicated friend to both Jordan and I even when we're crazy haha. We love our mina!

Chase and I met in high school then later became roommates in 2019. In that time we did almost everything together. Our first year was tough, we butted heads constantly and I annoyed him every chance I got. One of our favorite things to do was “sunday fundays” which lasted entirely too long. 4 years later I moved out but we still talk and try to get together. He’s always been there to be brutally honest and talk me out of my outlandish ideas, and laugh when I don’t listen

My Ally Bae, another blessing Jordan gave me with his friend group. This girl is down for whatever and whenever you need her! I'm confident that the deployment would have been a nightmare if it wasn't for her support. She has seen me through the good, the bad and the ugly without a second thought. I know whenever I call, she will answer.. and show up with a bottle of wine or two.. or three. I am so lucky to have such a supportive, funny, and caring friend by my side. Thank you so much for making sure I ate, leaving me little notes and getting me through Jordan's deployment, I wouldn't have made it without you. And thank you for being my twin flame, party buddy, therapist and for being Jordan and I's biggest cheerleader.

Derrick (Bings to me) and I met the same year I met Jacen. Derrick has not only seen me at my best and worst and he’s always taken care of me through those times; throwing his back out taking me to bed or just driving us home. We have a very special bond, we have very meaningful and deep talks. He is by far the life of the party and always can put a smile on anyone’s face

Chesnut and I met about two years ago through the guard. At the time he was a very quite and reserved person; if you know me you know this is the polar opposite of me.. I look at Chesnut as the younger brother that I get to pick on 24/7 even though he's bigger than me! Throughout these two years though I've watched him grow into a great and open person who sometimes cares all too much about the people around him. I'm proud to call him a close friend and have him here with me today